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Test set longevity prompts Blaby District Council’s switch to Michelin

Stoke-on-Trent, May 13, 2016Blaby District Council in Leicestershire has switched to a Michelin tyre policy across its commercial vehicle fleet, after a test set of Michelin X Works tyres demonstrated extraordinary longevity in a year-long trial. Impressed with the test results, Blaby District Council now fits Michelin across most of the fleet, which includes a mix of 18 Mercedes-Benz and Dennis refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), a 12.5 tonne road sweeper, two 5.2 tonne Iveco Dailys and a single 7.5 tonne DAF 45, plus 30 light commercial vehicles. It is also specifying the tyres as

Orkla ASA: Issuance of Commercial Paper

Orkla ASA has issued a commercial paper of NOK 300,000,000. Start date:                   23 May, 2016Maturity:                     25 July, 2016Coupon:                      1.15 %Organised by:             Handelsbanken Capital Markets Orkla ASAOslo, 13 May 2016 Ref.: Senior IR & Communications AdvisorElise HeidenreichTel.: +47 951 41 147Email: elise.andersen.heidenreich@orkla.no   This information is subject of the disclosure requirements acc. to §5-12 vphl (Norwegian Securities Trading Act)

Management change in Cloetta

Giorgio Boggero, President Cloetta Italy and member of Group Management, has decided to resign from Cloetta in order to pursue other interests. He will leave Cloetta in June, 2016.  Danko Maras, CFO, will then act as interim President of Cloetta Italy. “I want to thank Giorgio for his commitment and contribution to Cloetta. We wish him all the best for the future”, says David Nuutinen, President and CEO of Cloetta. The information contained in this press release is such that Cloetta is required to disclose pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act and/or the Swedish

Nexam Chemical Holding AB (publ) Interim Financial Report 1 January – 31 March 2016

Strengthened liquidity allows for faster expansionThe first quarter at a glance Operational: · NEXAMITE®-order received from DIAB intended for industrial production. Third focus area now commercial. · Directed share issue provided Nexam Chemical with SEK 129 million before transaction cost as well as additional institutional investors as owners. · Strategic evaluation initiated on masterbatch production capacity where potential acquisition candidates alternatively partners are analyzed. Financials:

NOTE selling operation in Norway

As part of NOTE’s streamlining process, its unit in Oslo has been sold to Dynamic Precision AS of Norway, effective today. In 2015, the Norwegian operations generated sales of NOK 52 million, but made a negative contribution to NOTE’s earnings."This is a natural step in our strategic direction and streamlining of NOTE. We are focusing on continuing to increase sales and profitability by investing in markets where we see continued positive growth potential,” commented Stefan Hedelius, CEO and President.In recent years, NOTE has evolved into a stable company with high delivery position and

A voyage into uncentainty

I’m Peter Webster, chief executive of Corps Security,  and this is where I examine the issues affecting the security industry. My thoughts and opinions are intended to generate debate, and whether you agree or disagree with them, you’re welcome to post your comments below. With just a few weeks left until the public takes to the polling booths for the UK’s European Union (EU) referendum , debate is still raging about whether the nation’s future would be better served being in, or out. In my opinion the

Who Run the Music? Girls!

Examining the Construction of Female Digital Musicians’ Online PresenceThere is a new genre of female musician challenging the customarily male dominated world of popular music.  Women are using a gamut of digital technologies to reach new audiences with their music, bypassing traditional production routes. Grace Y. Choi’s recent article published in Popular Music and Society  studies the manifestation of the female digital musicians, their motivations and the influences on women’s portrayal in music. As Choi suggests,

Notice to extraordinary general meeting in CLX Communications AB (publ)

The shareholders of CLX Communications AB (publ) (“CLX” or the “Company”) are hereby summoned to the extraordinary general meeting (the “Meeting”) on 7 June 2016 at 9.00 a.m. CET at the Companies premises, Kista Science Tower, Färögatan 33, Kista, Stockholm. Registration of participation at the Meeting will be terminated at the opening of the Meeting. The premises will open at 8.00 a.m. CET.Right to attend the Meeting Shareholders who wish to attend the Meeting must be registered in the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB on 31 May 2016. Shareholders must also notify

Notice to extraordinary general meeting in CLX Communications AB (publ)

The shareholders of CLX Communications AB (publ) (“CLX” or the “Company”) are hereby summoned to the extraordinary general meeting (the “Meeting”) on 13 June 2016 at 2.00 p.m. CET at the Companies premises, Kista Science Tower, Färögatan 33, Kista, Stockholm. Registration of participation at the Meeting will be terminated at the opening of the Meeting. The premises will open at 1.00 p.m. CET.Right to attend the Meeting Shareholders who wish to attend the Meeting must be registered in the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB on 7 June 2016. Shareholders must also notify

New findings explain the connection between melatonin and type 2 diabetes

A new experimental and clinical study from Lund University in Sweden shows that the sleep hormone melatonin impairs insulin secretion in people with a common gene variant. “This could explain why the risk of type 2 diabetes is greater among, for instance, overnight workers or people with sleeping disorders”, says Professor Hindrik Mulder who is responsible for the study.Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps maintain our circadian rhythm. The amount of melatonin varies throughout the course of the day, and is affected by light. When it’s dark, the level of melatonin increases,

Copper, cloches, chameleon bars and casual dining:

The CESA Light Equipment and Tableware Forum 2016 12th – 13th April 2016, Whittlebury Hall, TowcesterIf there was one thing that stood out at the 2016 CESA LET Forum it was copper. It’s having a huge moment. From cookware to tableware, presentation products, glasses, jugs… virtually every exhibitor at the 2016 CESA LET Forum reported a big increase in demand for it, even those that don’t have any copper products. The LET Forum is the annual two-day get-together for distributors and product suppliers. It’s where buyers and salespeople can take a good close look at the latest kitchen

Nordic Nanovector ASA: Proposal from the Nomination Committee to the Annual General Meeting 19 May 2016

Oslo, Norway, 13 May 2016 Reference is made to the notice published on 28 April 2016 regarding the Annual General Meeting in Nordic Nanovector ASA (the "Company") (OSE: NANO) to be held on 19 May 2016  at 10:00 am (CEST) at Thon Hotel Vika Atrium in Munkedamsveien 45 in Oslo. The proposal by the Nomination Committee referred to in items 7, 8, 9 and 10 of the notice is attached and available on the Company's website www.nordicnanovector.com. Due to the delayed publication of the proposal from the Nomination Committee, the Company has decided that the deadline for submitting the

Summary from the Annual General Meeting of Cherry AB (publ)

Cherry AB (publ) Annual General Meeting was held on May 12, 2016 at 4.30 PM, in Redeye AB’s premises,Mäster Samuelsgatan 42, Stockholm.DividendThe AGM approved the parent company’s and the group’s income statements and balance sheets, according to the annual report for the fiscal year 2015. The meeting decided, that no dividends are paid for 2015 and that the profit for the year is carried forward. BoardFor the period until the next Annual General Meeting it was decided to re-elect as board members Morten Klein, Anna Bergius, Gunnar Lind, Magnus Berglind, Johan Moazed, Anders

Interim Report January – March 2016

FIRST QUARTER 2016 · Somewhat soft top line, 1.5% lower than in the same period last year. However, underlying organic growth showed a positive trend, increasing by 3.3% excluding the closure of the PDR activities in the US and currency effects. Additionally, the UK market saw some effects from flooding but most of the invoicing is expected to come in Q2. · Order intake for the quarter was slightly lower than last year’s but was impacted by some large loss orders that came in just after the quarter cut-off date. Despite this, the underlying business remains a bit slow after another

Telia Company’s Capital Market Day with focus on region Sweden, June 21, 2016

Telia Company invites investors, analysts and media to its Capital Market Day 2016, with special focus on region Sweden at our new Head Office in Solna, Stockholm. The day starts at 12.00 CET with registration and a light lunch is served. Presentations start at 13.00 CET with a groupupdate by CEO Johan Dennelind followed by other members of Group Executive Management and region Sweden. Presentations end at around 17.00 CET followed by mingle and drinks.        The event will be webcasted live and the number of participants is limited.Address to our new Head Office: Stjärntorget 1 in

Tudor celebrations return to Blakesley Hall

Sunday 29 and Monday 20 May 2016From swordplay to Shakespeare, visitors for Blakesley Hall on Sunday 29 and Monday 30 May will be treated to a celebration of the historic house’s Tudor heritage, with re-enactments, living history, themed tours and interactive fun! Throughout the two day event, visitors will enjoy seeing the Tudor property and its grounds repopulated by historic interpreters – from Tudor musicians recreating the sounds of the sixteenth century, to craftspeople and traders showing their wares in a living history encampment. There will also be an opportunity to get involved

Chinese log imports have trended upward in early 2016 with Australia increasing their market share the most

Increased demand for wood products and declining log inventories in China has resulted in higher importation of logs to China in the 1Q/16, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Australia has increased its shipments almost three-fold in three years and currently, ten percent of all softwood logs unloaded in Chinese ports are from Australia.Seattle, USA. Softwood log imports to China picked up in March to the highest level in 12 months. The total import volume for the first quarter of 2016 was just over seven million m3, which was about two percent higher than in the 1Q/15, as reported in the

Tina Andersson to lead Strategy & Growth within Paulig Group

Tina Andersson has been appointed Senior Vice President for the newly established Strategy & Growth function within Paulig Group. Tina Andersson has an extensive experience in fast moving consumer goods and strong brands, having served in a number of senior sales, marketing and innovation positions at Mars Inc, Campell’s Nordic, Findus and Hilding Anders International among others. She joins Paulig Group from the position as head of the business area Consumer and Corporate Marketing at Duni AB. She has studied economics and accounting at the university in Lund. Within

The Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award 2016 granted to Tomas Björkqvist, Mikael Lucander and Olli Tuovinen

Valmet Corporation's press release on May 13, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. EET The Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award 2016 has been granted to Tomas Björkqvist, Mikael Lucander and Olli Tuovinen. The award is given out every two years by Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award Foundation and it promotes the development of new technology for the manufacture of high-yield pulp. The awarded team has worked together in a systematic way, from laboratory to full scale operation, to show that their hypothesis about a novel surface for grinding stones is valid. The basic idea in their invention is to

Bosch Automotive Aftermarket on the right track with new motorsport wheel alignment

· New Bosch wheel alignment tool perfects vehicle setup in just minutes · Revolutionises race engineers’ ability to tune handling and setup during practice and qualifying sessions · Builds on Bosch’s long history of supporting all levels of MotorsportSaving time and improving accuracy in the pit lane, the new Bosch wheel alignment rig helps race teams perfect the vehicle setup in just minutes. Developed by Bosch Motorsport authorised dealer Motorsport Systems, in response to feedback from the racing community, the new system has already seen action as part of the British Touring Car

Ericsson and Rwandan Government collaborate on financial inclusion

· Collaboration to support greater financial and social inclusion for all Rwandan citizens through new information technology and software. · Government of Rwanda enacts clear financial and payment services policies to create a neutral, interoperable and viable market place properly supported by the Ericsson Interconnect Solution · Rwanda aims to become Africa's first truly digital economy, leveraging on Ericsson M-Commerce Interconnect for seamless financial services Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) and the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning for Rwanda have signed a breakthrough

Notice to attend an extraordinary shareholders´ meeting in Cherry AB (publ)

The shareholders of Cherry AB, reg. no. 556210-9909, (the ”Company”), are hereby given notice to attend an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting to be held at 09.00 a.m. Friday 10 June 2016, at Advokatfirman Delphi’s office, with address Mäster Samuelsgatan 17, 7th floor, Stockholm. Registration for the meeting commences at 8.30 a.m.Right to participate Shareholders who wish to participate at the extraordinary shareholders’ meeting must: -       be entered in the share register kept by Euroclear Sweden AB on Friday 3 June 2016, and-       give notice of attendance to the Company at

Board change in GP of European Directories BondCo S.C.A.

The general partner of European Directories BondCo S.C.A., European Directories GP S.à r.l. has on 13 May 2016 resolved on changes to the board members of European Directories GP S.à r.l. Dr. Thomas Sonnenberg has resigned from the board as of 13 May 2016 and Mr. John Sutherland has been appointed as board member as of 13 May 2016. As of 13 May 2016 the European Directories GP S.à r.l. board members are: John D. Sutherland, Manager A; Fabrice S. Rota, Manager B; and Sébastien Rimlinger, Manager B. The changes will be registered to the Luxembourg RCS as soon as possible.

Drupa 2016

The Felix Schoeller Group is presenting a comprehensive portfolio of products and offering the opportunity to win a trip to the Rio Olympics.“Performance World” is the slogan of the Osnabrück-based Felix Schoeller Group at this year’s Drupa, where it is presenting a comprehensive portfolio of products for high-end digital printing. The Osnabrück-based specialty paper manufacturer is using its presence at Stand E20, Hall 4 to showcase a wide range of products and demonstrate their use. The focus will be on its high-speed papers for commercial inkjet printing, which are sold under the

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